VOL. 53 NO. 24 JUNE 19, 2014
SERVING NAVAL AIR STATION OCEANA, DAM NECK ANNEX, AND NALF FENTRESS
Elks Lodge hosts Flag Day ceremony at Oceana
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BY MC2 (SW) ALYSIA HERNANDEZ NAS Oceana Public Affairs Flag Day was celebrated June 8 at Naval Air Station (NAS) Oceana with a commemoration ceremony, hosted by the local Elks Lodge at the Flame of Hope Memorial. Flag Day, normally observed June 14, honors the adoption of the stars and stripes as the official flag of the United States. Members of the Elks Lodge began with opening remarks and introduced the Princess Anne Navy Junior Reserve Officer Training Corps (NJROTC) who presented the colors, followed by guests reciting the Pledge of Allegiance. “The purpose of this service is to honor our country’s flag, to celebrate the anniversary of its birth and to recall the achievements attained beneath its folds,” said Joel Marquez, exalted ruler of Elks Lodge 2268 in Virginia Beach. During the ceremony, each of the nine flags that have represented the United States were presented by a veteran, as a description of its history was read by Bonnie Shoemaker, an Elks Lodge member. “The evolution of the American flag marks the progression of the government of the American people,” Shoemaker said. “In a response to a general demand of a banner to be more representative of our country, Congress, June 14, 1777, provided that the flag of the United States be 13 stripes of alternating red and white and that the union be 13 stars, white on blue field, representing a new constellation,”Shoemaker explained, as the first American flag representing the stars and stripes, also known as the Betsy Ross flag, was presented.
— See Flag Day page 8
VOLUNTEERS BRING CLEAN THE BAY TO DAM NECK’S BEACH —Page 9
Photo by MC3 Joshua Card An F/A-18E Super Hornet attached to the “Tomcatters” of VFA-31, prepares to launch from the flight deck of the aircraft carrier USS George H.W. Bush (CVN 77) June 15. George H.W. Bush, with embarked CVW-8, is supporting maritime security operations and theater security cooperation efforts in the U.S. 5th Fleet area of responsibility.
USS GEORGE H.W. BUSH MOVES INTO ARABIAN GULF From Office of the Secretary of Defense Public Affairs WASHINGTON (NNS) — Secretary of Defense Chuck Hagel ordered the aircraft carrier USS George H.W. Bush (CVN 77) to move from the North Arabian Sea into the Arabian Gulf on June 14. The order will provide the Commanderin-Chief additional flexibility should military options be required to protect American lives, citizens and interests in Iraq. Bush was accompanied by the guidedmissile cruiser USS Philippine Sea (CG 58) and the guided-missile destroyer USS Trux-
tun (DDG 103). The ships completed their transit into the gulf later that evening. USS George H.W. Bush, with embarked Carrier Air Wing 8, departed her home port of Norfolk in February of this year and is operating in the Middle East region as part of an on-going rotation of forward-deployed forces to support maritime security operations. American naval presence in the Arabian Gulf continues to support the United States’ long-standing commitments to the security and stability of the region.
EVENT PAIRS SPOUSES WITH VARIETY OF RESOURCES —Page 11
BEACH BLAST Dam Neck will be hosting the Family Beach Blast TODAY, June 19, 3:30 - 8 p.m. Live entertainment will be provided by The River Boys. Also featured at the event will be a DJ, balloon artist, roving magician, carnival games, hayrides, photo booth, prizes, concessions and inflatables. For more information, call 433-3301.
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BLOOD DRIVE The Oceana Commissary, in partnership with the Armed Services Blood Program, will sponsor a blood drive,June 30,9 a.m.to 1 p.m.
All types of blood are needed. For more information about donating,visit www.militaryblood.dod.mil.
CCD PROGRAM REGISTRATION
NMCRS receives donation from NEX customers BY KRISTINE M. STURKIE Navy Exchange Service Command Public Affairs
The NAS Oceana/Dam Neck Annex chapels’ 2014/2015 Catholic CCD Program year for grades 1 - 8 and confirmation will begin Sept. 28. Classes are held on Sundays, 10:30 - 11:45 a.m. at the Navy College in building 531. Registration will begin July 20. For additional information, contact Director of Religious Education Jacqui Kury at 4926725 or pick up a registration packet from the chapel.
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Robert J. Bianchi, chief executive officer (CEO) of the Navy Exchange Service Command (NEXCOM), presented a ceremonial check to Steve Abbot, president and CEO of the Navy-Marine Corps Relief Society (NMCRS), June 9, symbolizing the $374,000 donated to NMCRS by NEX customers. “Once again, NEX customers responded by purchasing cards to benefit the NMCRS,” said Bianchi.“For the past four years, our customers have shown their support to this organization and given them a record-breaking donation. NEXCOM is proud to present this check to NMCRS on behalf of all our customers.” Beginning in March, NEX customers were able to purchase a $5 card to benefit the NMCRS.The ticket entitled customers to specific discounts for a one-time purchase April 25 - 27. “Thank you to all the NEX customers around the globe who made this year’s $5 coupon sale so successful,” said Abbot.“Your partnership, enthusiasm and generosity continue to make a difference for Sailors, Marines and their families.”
Bring your car or truck and show it off June 28, 1 - 5 p.m. at the Oceana Chief Petty Officers Club. Car and truck clubs welcome.There will be first and second place trophies for each respective category. Open to all DOD, military active, duty retired and reserve, and their families and friends. Personnel without base access must have an escort. Contact ETC Luc Harris via email at luc.harris@yahoo.com to register your car. Registration fee is $10 at door and benefits the NAS Oceana Chief Petty Officers Association.
CHANGES TO VIRGINIA LAWS As a result of 2014 General Assembly action, the Virginia Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) is advising customers of important new laws. Effective July 1, active military members residing in Virginia and returning from an official absence, have 14 calendar days to obtain a current vehicle safety inspection sticker. Under current law, updated inspection stickers are due within five
CHAPEL SCHEDULE OF SERVICES Chapel of the Good Shepherd, Oceana Protestant Sunday School - 9 a.m. Protestant Worship (main chapel) - 10:40 a.m. Catholic Mass – Wednesday 11:30 a.m. Catholic Sun. Mass - 9 a.m. & 12:15 p.m.
VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL Vacation Bible School is coming to NAS Oceana, July 14 - 18, 6 to 8:15 p.m.Agency D3 promises adventure for student recruits, ages pre-kindergarten through 6th grade, who will earn their status as field agents through secret missions designed to strengthen their faith, in a safe and fun environment for children. Volunteers are also needed to assist with crafts, music, recreation, Bible study, registration, food service, safety, security, set up, clean up and administration. For more information about volunteering, contact Lt. Cmdr. Victoria Chappell, Oceana chaplain, at 433-3542. Online registration for Bible school can be done at https://kideventpro.lifeway.com/ myChurch/?id=26352.
ENERGY SAVING TIPS Are hot summer days putting a strain on your building’s air conditioning? Maybe you don’t even have air conditioning. Here are some tips for staying cool during the heat of the day. •Turn off everything that’s not needed. See if you can shut off overhead lights and use task lights. If it’s using power, it’s putting heat in the room. •Use a fan to move the air.A small fan near your desk can make you feel several degrees cooler. Be sure to shut it off when you go home. •Pull the shades on the south and west windows if the direct sun is getting in. •Dress for success or dress for the weather? If necessary,be the one to start a fashion trend of more casual dress on hot days.Tell everyone you’re dressed for energy security.
Read the Chaplain’s Corner on page 4.
Chapel by the Sea, Dam Neck - 492-6602 Contemporary Protestant Worship Sun.,9 a.m. Confession Sat., 4:15 p.m. Catholic Worship 5 p.m. Bible Study, following 9 a.m. worship Coffee House - Wednesday, 6 p.m.
Naval Station Norfolk Jewish Services - Fri - 7:30 p.m., Naval Station Norfolk - 444-7361 Islamic Services - Fri - 1:30 p.m., Masjid al Da’waj 2nd Floor (Bldg. C-7)
Call the Chaplains: NAS Oceana at 433-2871 CVW-1 at 433-3676 CVW-7 at 433-7712 CVW-8 at 433-2337 CVW-3 at 433-2096 FRC Oceana at 433-5933
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CARL VINSON CARRIER STRIKE GROUP IS READY TO DEPLOY BY MC2 BRENT PYFROM USS Carl Vinson Public Affairs PACIFIC OCEAN (NNS) — Carrier Strike Group (CSG) 1 successfully completed Joint Task Force Exercise (JTFEX) off the coast of Southern California June 9, marking the final step in the strike group’s preparation for its upcoming deployment. JTFEX is an integrated battle force exercise designed to test the capabilities of carrier strike groups operating within a joint environment. The culmination of months of training, the exercise presented scenarios and situations the strike group crew may face while deployed. JTFEX provided the opportunity for more than 8,000 service members to sharpen their skills, to practice operations, techniques and procedures, and to improve command, control and communication relationships. “CSG-1 completed their integrated and advanced training during a single underway period,”said Capt. Patrick Keyes, commander, U.S. 3rd Fleet, assistant chief of staff for plans, policy, training and readiness. “Carl Vinson Strike Group’s fleet readiness training plan included incorporation of a pilot program that leverages a single underway
period to seamlessly transition between COMPTUEX [composite training unit exercise] and JTFEX. CSG-1 is fully certified to deploy and conduct operations across all mission areas.” The exercise tested CSG-1’s ability to perform strike warfare, anti-submarine warfare and anti-air warfare.Elements of CSG 1 consist of Carrier Air Wing (CVW) 17,Destroyer Squadron (DESRON) 1 and Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD) Mobile Unit 3. Commander, U.S. 3rd Fleet, assisted by CSG-15, led and evaluated the strike group’s performance. “JTFEX is our final certification as a battle group,” said Capt. Matt Leahey, commander, CVW-17. “It’s a strategic-level exercise where everyone from the carrier strike group staff, air wing staff, to individual squadrons are tested in their ability to integrate in a joint exercise.” “The Sailors assigned to the ships in the strike group are true professionals. They know the game and integrated well with the air wing,” said Commander, CSG-1 Rear Adm. Christopher Grady. “CSG-1 staff was outstanding and I know a lot of planning and turning it into execution occurred from all units during JTFEX.” Upon return to its homeport of San Di-
Navy joins annual ‘Feds Feed Families’ campaign BY SHAWN MILLER, Naval District Washington Public Affairs WASHINGTON (NNS) — The Department of the Navy (DON) joined the government-wide “Feds Feed Families” campaign June 10 to donate food and help combat hunger in local communities across the country. The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) leads the campaign, running from June 1 through the end of August, with support from the Department of Defense (DOD),Chief Human Capital Officers Coun-
cil (CHCOC) and other federal agencies. Efforts are led by the DON commander, Navy Installations Command (CNIC) with the chaplain’s office tracking and managing donations, said Cmdr. Philip King, CNIC supervisory chaplain. While food banks typically see large amounts of food on their shelves over the winter months, donations typically trail off after the holidays are over. “By the time summer comes, the shelves are bare and that need still exists,” said Lt. Thea Lopez, DON Feds Feed Families operations officer.“Hunger goes year-round.”
Photo by MC3 Shantece Gonzalez The aircraft carrier USS Carl Vinson (CVN 70) transits the Pacific Ocean June 10. Carl Vinson is underway conducting unit level training off the coast of Southern California. CSG-1 successfully completed JTFEX off the coast of Southern California June 9, marking the final step in the strike group’s preparation for its upcoming deployment.
ego, CSG-1 Sailors will take an opportunity to spend time with their families before the strike group’s deployment late this summer. “I’m proud of the way the crew of Carl Vinson met all challenges head-on, and exceeded expectations at every opportunity,” said Capt. Kent Whalen, commanding officer of USS Carl Vinson (CVN 70).“There were many long days, many difficult examinations, inspections and certifications, but we remained focused on the task at hand and the team did exceptionally well.” JTFEX featured nearly 40 participating units. The Carl Vinson Strike Group com-
prises CSG-1, Carl Vinson, CVW-17, DESRON 1, EOD Unit 3, USS Bunker Hill (CG 52), USS Gridley (DDG 101), USS Sterett (DDG 104), and USS Dewey (DDG 105). The squadrons of CVW-17 include Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 22 “Redcocks;” VFA-81 “Sunliners;” VFA-113 “Stingers;” VFA-94 “Mighty Shrikes;” Electronic Attack Squadron (VAQ) 139 “Cougars;” Carrier Airborne Early Warning Squadron (VAW) 116 “Sun Kings;”Helicopter Sea Combat Squadron (HSC) 15 “Red Lions;” Helicopter Maritime Strike Squadron (HSM) 73“Battlecats;” and Fleet Logistic Support Squadron (VRC) 30 “Providers.”
Last year, the overall federal campaign brought in nine million pounds of food in the three-month summer program, with DoN contributing 1.2 million pounds of the 1.8 million pounds from the DoD. King said the Navy is hoping to exceed last year’s donations during the 2014 season. “It calls attention to hunger in a local community and meeting a need,”King said. “A lot of kids depend on a school lunch program for the only meal they get during the day, and when school ends, many of them will go hungry.” Within the National Capital Region, donations benefit the Capital Area Food Bank (CAFB), which serves as a hub for the area. According to the CAFB, approximately 700,000 individuals in the metro area are
Donating locally The points of contact for NAS Oceana and Dam Neck Annex are RP1 Maria Thompson or RP3 Stacy Jones at the Dam Neck Chapel by the Sea at 4926602. at risk of hunger, including 150,000 children. While much of the attention focuses on children at home during the summer, the program benefits anyone in need, King explained, including senior citizens on fixed incomes who may be having trouble. Donation boxes are appearing on Navy installations worldwide, and an official
— See Donations page 11
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CHAPLAIN’S CORNER
Last week, I learned a valuable lesson for running here in humid Virginia: coffee is not a good primary source for hydration.
Hydration
BY LT. ROBERT D. FASNACHT Carrier Air Wing 3 Chaplain Some would describe me as an avid runner. I describe myself as an avid eater; therefore, I have to run to be able to stay in the Navy. Last week, I learned a valuable lesson for running here in humid Virginia: coffee is not a good primary source for hydration.
I love a good cup of strong, black coffee. I even like a bad cup of strong, black coffee. In the morning, I generally don’t roll out of bed until I hear the coffee pot beep to let me know it is finished brewing and ready for consumption. I love the smell of fresh ground coffee beans. I love espresso in my chocolate cake, especially in the chocolate ganache, served with a double shot of espresso. (Admitting you have a problem is the first step!) Did I mention I like to drink coffee? Back to running.Last week after one of my not-too-early runs and having consumed nothing to drink but coffee, I realized I was dehydrated. My energy level plummeted,
my ability for cognition was shot, and I couldn’t get my body to cool off properly; I was in trouble. I was not accustomed to running in both 80-degree heat and 80 percent humidity. I failed to keep with me a simple solution:H2O.I had to walk off the running trail, leaving my pride behind, to find the water fountain by the track. I have read that a person can go 40 days without food but only three days without water. Sixty percent of human body weight is water. One of the tricks to properly staying hydrated when running, is to not wait until you are panting like a dog before finding water but to sip on it during the run,
LABEL NAME BLOOD DRIVE HERE During CNATTU Oceana’s quarterly blood drive June 5, Brian Reese, a phlebotomist with Naval Medical Center Portsmouth, draws blood from AT2 (AW/SW), a 3010 cast instructor at CNATTU. The next blood drive will take place June 30, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. All types of blood are needed, especially during the summer months when donations are typically down because of vacations and PCS moves. Blood donations support active and retired service members, including those overseas, and their families. For more information about eligibility to donate, visit www.militaryblood.dod.mil. Photo by MCSN Kayla King
not overdoing it. Water is essential to proper bodily functions, especially while exercising. Jesus knew the importance of water. The Gospel of John describes Jesus as resting at a well in Samaria one day under the hot, noon-time sun. A woman of ill-repute came to draw water,and Jesus engaged her in the conversation of her life. This would have been quite the scandal: a holy rabbi conversing with a woman who was purposely drawing water in the high heat of the day to avoid the hot, glaring stares of the other women who drew their families’ water in cool of the morning. The Samaritan woman
is flabbergasted that a Jew would even converse with her, but she shares a drink and her story with Jesus. Jesus knew this woman and that she had made mistakes, but he didn’t let her lot in life distract from him offering her something vital; conversation, friendship, salvation. The woman perceived that Jesus was a prophet,and she ran through the streets declaring that she had met the Messiah.The town-folks followed this woman, because she no longer cared what people thought of her. She finally knew what it felt like to be loved, regardless of what she had done. The Living Water had quenched a thirst in her greater than
her thirst for well water. This summer, as we run the race of life and the road gets hot and dusty, remember to stay hydrated. Drink a little bit of God’s peace and love every day, not waiting until you find yourself parched and weak. Take advantage of every opportunity to help others to stay hydrated, as well. Jesus said in Matthew 10:42, “And whoever gives one of these little ones even a cup of cold water because he is a disciple, truly, I say to you, he will by no means lose his reward.” Your gift of forgiveness, friendship and hope can quench a thirsty soul and you’ll find yours refreshed in return.
Vehicle temperatures can become deadly in just moments RICHMOND — During warm weather, leaving pets, children or the elderly unattended in vehicles is dangerous and may be fatal.The Virginia Department of Motor Vehicles’ (DMV) Highway Safety Office wants everyone to remember that hot vehicles can kill. “When outside temperatures are in the low 80s, the temperature inside a vehicle can reach deadly levels in only 10 minutes, even when parked in the shade,”said DMV Commissioner Richard D. Holcomb. According to Safe Kids USA, heatstroke is the leading cause of non-crash, vehiclerelated deaths for children. Since 1998, more than 600 children in the United States — or one child every 10 days — have died from heatstroke when left unattended in a vehicle or after gaining access to an unattended vehicle. Nearly 90 percent were children 3 and younger. Last
year in 2013, 44 children died, one of the worst years on record. Children’s bodies heat up three to five times faster than adults. Safety experts also urge parents and caregivers to lock their vehicles, including doors and the trunk, when they’re not using them. Keys and remote entry fobs should be kept out of children’s sight and reach.Teach kids that trunks are not safe places to play. Pets left in hot vehicles can also suffer from heat exhaustion, heat stroke, brain damage and death. Dogs and cats cannot perspire and can only dispel heat by panting and through the pads of their feet. If you see a child, older adult or pet unattended in a hot car, Safe Kids USA recommends calling 911 right away, rather than breaking into the vehicle. — From Virginia DMV
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Navy launches second round of RAD campaign BY SHAWN MILLER Naval District Washington Public Affairs
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The Navy recently launched the second round of an ongoing initiative known as Reducing Administrative Distractions (RAD), meant to solicit feedback from Sailors and Navy civilians on how to focus their daily activities on “Warfighting First.” Chief of Naval Operations Adm. Jonathan Greenert launched the initial RAD campaign last summer to evaluate how the fleet managed administrative duties considered to be distractions from primary mission readiness. According to NAVADMIN 117/14, Sailors and Navy civilians submitted more than 1,400 ideas, resulting in changes to the number of General Military Training requirements, advancements in digitizing Material, Maintenance and Management (3M) programs, Common Access Card (CAC) utilization, establishment of a Navy wiki-encyclopedia, and Anti-Terrorism Force Protection reforms. The second round of RAD started May 15, and leaders are urging personnel at all levels to contribute new ideas. “Our goal is to help you alleviate these administrative burdens by removing as many unnecessary and redundant processes we can identify,” wrote Rear Adm. Herman Shelanski, director, Assessment Division, in an email to Navy commanding officers, executive officers and command master
chiefs.“We will either eliminate them, centralize them, outsource them, make them more efficient, or convert them to an electronic format.” Participation is voluntary, and personnel can take part by creating an online account at https://navyrad. ideascale.com. First-time users will need to log on from a .mil email address, but once registered, can create a password to log on from home without a CAC. The website offers users a chance to read suggestions by others, make comments, vote on ideas, and see progress based on suggestions made in the first iteration of RAD last year. In 2013 the RAD campaign had 7,350 users post more than 7,600 comments and 91,000 votes on ideas. This year’s RAD forum will remain open on the IdeaScale website until midJuly, after which feedback will be offered regarding initiatives being evaluated based on the ideas and comments submitted. “This effort will only be successful if leadership across all levels participate to identify solutions, and continue to encourage a culture of change and innovation across the deck plates,” the NAVADMIN states.“This is an opportunity to save hundreds of man hours, further empower commanding officers, and improve our Sailors’‘quality of work’ without lowering standards.” To learn more about the program or create an account, visit https://navyrad. ideascale.com
June 19, 2014 • JET OBSERVER 7 The Cubi Point restaurant was presented a VAW-123 plaque by the VAW123 Commanding Officer Cmdr. Ray Leung following the E-2 Group II Hawkeye’s last flight before finally resting at the Naval Aviation Museum May 9.
Naval Aviation Museum adds Hawkeye to collection BY LT. J.G. EMILY WEAVER VAW-123 Public Affairs Five aircrew from the Carrier Airborne Early Warning Squadron (VAW) 123 “Screwtops“began their man-up of aircraft 600 — an E-2C Group II Hawkeye — and prepared to take her on her last ight to Pensacola, Fla. May 9. The Hawkeye, an airborne early warning platform, known for its “God’s eye viewâ€? radar picture, is one of two propeller planes that presently operate from aircraft carriers. It is most recognizable by its large radar dome atop of the plane. The Screwtops are perhaps the most identiďŹ able of the E-2s, due to the giant swirl painted on every spinning dome. Screwtop 600’s new home awaited her at the Pensacola Naval Aviation Museum. Lt. Cmdr. Josh Wagner and Lt. Matt Axley piloted the plane, while Cmdr. Ray Leung, commanding ofďŹ cer of VAW-123, Lt. Cmdr. Matt Olson and Lt. j.g. Emily Weaver operated the weapons system.
The Naval Aviation Museum chose Hangar Bay One for Screwtop 600’s ďŹ nal resting place. Hangar Bay One is the most recent addition to the Pensacola Naval Aviation Museum. Housing some 35 planes and adding 55,000 square feet to the museum, Hangar Bay One includes exhibits of post-World War II aircraft. Screwtop 600 will be prepped and then placed in a prominent display as the ďŹ rst-ever Hawkeye addition — a goal that has been 36 years in the making. As Screwtop 600 was prepared for the museum, the crew attended a meet and greet sponsored by Northrop Grumman, manufacturer of the E-2 Hawkeye. The event took place at the Cubi Bar CafĂŠ in the Naval Aviation Museum, a replica of the Cubi Point OfďŹ cers’ Club in the Philippines. A hot spot for Navy and Marine ofďŹ cers as they passed through the Western PaciďŹ c, Cubi Point’s dĂŠcor included
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plaques from each passing unit as a commemoration of their WESTPAC tour. To commemorate the plane’s dedication, the Screwtop crew brought a plaque to present to museum director retired Capt. Robert Rasmussen. Leung also met with former VAW-123 commanding ofďŹ cers, retired Capt. Bob Sage and retired Capt. Jack Larison. Sage was the ďŹ rst naval ight ofďŹ cer to command the Screwtops. Larison, the ďŹ rst to y an E-2 on a nonstop coastto-coast ight from NAS North Island to Naval Station Norfolk, was a plank owner
and department head at VAW-123 in 1967 before he became the commanding ofďŹ cer on April 11, 1972. The Tailhook Association, a non-proďŹ t organization that supports all carrierbased air operations, hosted a brieďŹ ng for the students in Pensacola to give them an idea of eet life. After the briefs, student and eet aviators shared their experiences and good times at the reception. Screwtop 600 will be on display for generations to come in its new home at the Naval Aviation Museum.
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Flag Day: ceremony held at Flame of Hope Park — Continued from page 1 Guests stood and saluted as the current U.S. flag with 50 stars was presented. Marquez then explained that the Benevolent and Protective Order of Elks is the first and only fraternal body to require formal observance of Flag Day, which began in 1908, when their grand lodge made it mandatory for each of the subordinate lodges. Virginia Beach Mayor Will Sessoms was a guest speaker at the event for his fourth consecutive year. After thanking the Virginia Beach Elks for all they’ve done to “quicken the spirit of American patriotism,”Sessoms spoke of our flag’s importance. “Over the years our American flag has changed in appearance but the principles for which it stands remain the same. Dedication to individual liberty, respect for god given rights of all men and commitment to the belief that all men are created equal,” Sessoms said. “Our respect for the flag is a measure of the respect for the men and women who devoted their lives to upholding the freedoms it represents. When we honor our flag, we give honor to the bravery and loyalty of veterans over the years who endured the rigors of battle … to win and preserve the freedom we all enjoy, that is why we’re here today,” he added. In closing, Sessoms said,“It is our responsibility to ensure that our flag continues to be a symbol of a land that is free.Today as we celebrate, let’s each rededicate ourselves to the dreams of our forefathers so
that our children and our grandchildren can look to the flag as the standard for one nation under God indivisible with liberty and justice for all.” “Although he himself is new to this ceremony, it would not be the same without having the commanding officer of the Master Jet Base continuing the tradition of speaking on the Elk’s Flag Day ceremony,” Marquez said, as he introduced the final guest speaker, NAS Oceana Commanding Officer Capt. Kit Chope. Chope spoke of the importance of the American flag. “Whenever our flag is raised, as we do every single day at this air station and at military installations, schools and businesses across the nation, Americans are reminded of our unity in this great cause of liberty and justice for all,” Chope said. “Our nation’s flag is hung proudly in schools and homes,honored in parades and stadiums and flown in the field of battle and ultimately folded at the graves of our heroes. It is the absolute symbol of freedom, hope and personal sacrifice,” Chope added. Marquez then presented Chope with a certificate, making him an honorary member of the Elks Lodge. “In conclusion of this observance of Flag Day, let us rededicate ourselves to the United States of America and may the principles of charity, justice, brotherly love and fidelity ever increase in each one of us,” Marquez said. He then thanked everyone who organized this year’s ceremony and presented the Princess Anne NJROTC with a donation.
Photos by MC2 Alysia R. Hernandez Virginia Beach Mayor Will Sessoms speaks during a Flag Day ceremony at the Flame of Hope POW/MIA Memorial Park at NAS Oceana. The Betsy Ross flag is presented by AWFC Angie Martel during a Flag Day ceremony at the Flame of Hope POW/MIA Memorial. The annual ceremony was sponsored by the Virginia Beach Elks Lodge 2268, located near NAS Oceana. Each of the nine flags that have represented the United States were presented by a veteran, as a description of its history was read.
About Flag Day While the first celebration of the U.S. Flag’s birthday dates back to the late 19th century, an Act of Congress on August 3, 1949, designated June 14 of each year as National Flag Day.
NJROTC members from Princess Anne High School parade the colors at the beginning of the Flag Day commemoration.
NAS Oceana Commanding Officer Capt. Kit Chope was one of the guest speakers for the Flag Day commemoration.
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COMMUNITY SERVICE
Volunteers do their part for Clean the Bay Day at Dam Neck STORY/PHOTOS BY MCSN KAYLA KING NAS Oceana Public Affairs Military, civilians and family members from Naval Air Station (NAS) Oceana and Dam Neck Annex participated in the 26th Annual Clean the Bay Day (CTBD) June 7. Personnel from NAS Oceana and Dam Neck were among the approximately 6,000 volunteers across the Chesapeake Bay who worked to ensure clean,safe beaches and waterways for everyone to enjoy.The Chesapeake Bay Foundation (CBF) website reports the volunteers removed about 110,000 pounds of debris from all sorts from approximately 250 sites, including the Dam Neck beach, and along more than 450 miles of streams and shoreline in just three hours. “It is a great opportunity to give back to the community and the chance to keep Virginia Beach clean,” said Oceana Clean the Bay Day coordinator Senior Chief Fire Controlman (SW) Jeffrey Mullins, leading chief petty officer of Oceana’s Administrative Department. “I wanted to give more to the community and be involved,” said Aviation Maintenance Administration 3rd Class Steven Taylor, attached to Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 32. Taylor just arrived at VFA-32 and said he plans on doing more volunteer work like Clean the Bay Day in the future. The clean-up began at 9 a.m. with the temperature already nearing 80 degrees. Seventy-five volunteers were sectioned into teams positioned on the dunes. Each team went their separate ways down the sides of the dunes. When meeting up with another team, they would then
Cleaning the beach wasn’t just limited to the sandy area next to the water. Volunteers fan out to pick up trash on the dunes, where access is normally limited to special events such as the annual Clean the Bay Day June 7.
At least one of the 75 Clean the Bay Day volunteers at Dam Neck Annex had a little extra help in locating trash along the beach. Sailors, Marines and civilians at Oceana and Dam Neck also brought family members — both the human and canine variety to assist the effort, which collected about 300 pounds of trash along Dam Neck’s beach.
By the numbers The Chesapeake Bay Foundation reports that approximately 6,000 volunteers removed 110,000 pounds of trash from about 250 sites and along more than 450 miles of streams and shoreline.
line the beaches and back track.This ensured the entire Dam Neck beach was examined for trash and debris. About 300 pounds of trash was collected off the beach and dunes at Dam Neck. Mullins said that a lot of plastic was discovered on the beaches,something that was very commonly reported at all sites across the Chesapeake Bay. “I think that the event turned out very well. Everyone that came out was very excited to be there. We have a wonderful amount of community-minded Sailors here at Oceana. It was a privilege for me to help out with these model citizens,” said Mullins. This year’s theme was the “Clean Water Blueprint.”According to CBF, the Chesapeake Clean Water Blueprint is tightly focused on reducing sediment, nitrogen and phosphorous pollution, and since Clean the Bay Day focuses on reducing litter pollution, they both succeed on some of the very same principles. CBF hosts Clean the Bay Day annually the first Saturday in June as part of its mission to ensure the bay has clear water,free of impacts from toxic contaminants,and with healthy oxygen levels.The event is a cost-effective way
AZ3 Steven Taylor from VFA-32 was among the 75 volunteers who cleaned the beach at Dam Neck June 7, as part of Clean the Bay Day. The Chesapeake Bay Foundation hosts Clean the Bay Day every year to clear debris from Virginia’s urban, suburban and rural shorelines and waterways.
to remove litter from the waterways and shorelines and provide upkeep for the environment. Clean the Bay Day extends up to Northern Virginia, across Hampton Roads, west to the Blue Ridge Mountains and east to the Eastern Shore of Virginia. For more information, visit www. cbf.org.
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TSCHR fire control students experience life at sea STORY/PHOTO BY ROBIN HOLLAND Training Support Center Hampton Roads Public Affairs Officer
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Twelve Sailors from the Training Support Center Hampton Roads (TSCHR) Fire Controlman Training Company (FCTC) returned from a week-long underway on USS Laboon (DDG 58). On June 11, Capt. Brent Kyler, TSCHR commanding officer, Lt. Cmdr. Michael Nix, TSCHR executive officer, Chief Aviation Boatswain’s Mate Equipment (SW/AW) Ronald Mosley, TSCHR FCTC leading chief petty officer, asked students for feedback on their atsea experience and fielded questions about life at-sea. “The opportunity to get these young Sailors to sea while they await their formal training track will make them better students and better shipmates when they get to their ships,” said Kyler. “ This exposure to shipboard life is priceless, as evidence by their enthusiasm about their experience and the many and questions it engendered. Sailors belong on ships, and ships belong at-sea, so if there is anyway TSC can get these Sailors better acclimated to the fleet experience, we’ll see to it that we provide them with every opportunity.” “We had a typical destroyer week where we ran from 0500-2300 almost every night. These young Sailors were able to see flight ops (day and night with MH-60 Black Hawks), DIVTACS, a gun shoot on a killer tomato, MOB E 1.3,
After returning from a week underway on USS Laboon (DDG 58), 11 of the 12 Sailors from TSCHR Fire Controlman Training Company pose for a photo at Dam Neck.
small boat evolutions, steel beach, a freshwater wash down, an UNREP with two French ships and the USS Cole in 45 knots of relative wind, and conducted PMS with the FC technicians,” said CMDCM (SW) Thormod Forseth from Laboon. “This was great practice, I’m so glad I had the opportunity to experience shipboard life, I feel that now when I report to my ship, I’ll know what to expect and how to handle different situations as they arise. The ship’s crew was very approachable and I’m thankful for their time,” said FC3 William Jackson, TSCHR FCTC student. “FC students are at TSCHR for a period of one to six months, depending on training pipeline. While awaiting training, instead of assigning students busy work, we give them every opportunity to attend required courses, improve Sailors’ skills, and experi-
ence life as a fleet Sailor,” said Mosley. Since 2012, FCTC has been led by Mosley. FCTC is a joint TSCHR and TSC Great Lakes effort to alleviate the backlog of FC apprentice Sailors awaiting training by co-locating them in a fleet concentration area, where their “Sailorization” and fleet knowledge is enhanced as they await their courses of formal instruction. “The Laboon directly provided our junior Sailors who have never been to sea [with a] unique experience of shipboard life in an operational environment,” Kyler said. “Feedback about this underway period has been extremely positive. The experience of being at sea allowed our FCs to better understand the limitations and pressure that their shipboard counterparts face while underway,” said Mosley.
June 19, 2014 • JET OBSERVER 11 Brieanna Clark, a Marine spouse, speaks with Military Connected Academic Support Program Coordinator Christy Mcanally during the Military Resource Fair, sponsored by NAS Oceana Fleet and Family Support Center June 5.
Donations: Oceana, Dam Neck have begun collecting food Continued from page 3
Photo by MC3 Timothy Daughton
kickoff event is being planned to help bring the community together with food bank representatives.The goal of the event is to create interaction and show people where their donations go, Lopez said. Personnel wishing to donate should place non-perishable food items in designated boxes at their federal workplace. To give directly to food banks in support of the Feds Feed Families campaign,donations must be weighed at the receiving food banks and personnel should bring a receipt to their command for management purposes, Lopez continued. For Sailors and Navy personnel who want to help but do not have a local food bank tied to the campaign, monetary donations may be made through the religious offerings fund at the local installation’s chapel with each dollar equivalent to five pounds of food. Another goal, Lopez added, is to help inspire people to get involved outside of work.“There’s so many avenues that people can use in their own communities,” she said. For more information and other ways to get involved,visit www.fedsfeedfamilies.gov.
Resource fair hosts over 55 agencies, schools Fleet and Family Support Center (FFSC) Oceana coordinated a Military Spouse Resource Fair June 5.A wide range of military and community-based resource agencies were joined by representatives from the schools affiliated with Navy College at the resource fair. More than 200 attended and benefited from learning about the many resources available to them and their family members. In order to maximize the access of the new ombudsmen resources,the fair was timed in coordination with the Ombudsman Basic Training, a three-day train-
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PHOTO, LEFT: MA2 Andrew Smith, assigned to Intelligence Specialist (IS) “A” School at the Navy and Marine Corps Intelligence Training Center, serves a ball during a volleyball game at a Coalition of Sailors Against Destructive Decisions (CSADD) rally at Dam Neck June 6. RIGHT: SN Thomas Corn, also assigned to IS “A” school on Dam Neck Annex, throws a horseshoe at the CSADD rally. CSADD’S mission is to encourage positive social interaction, development of leadership and decision-making skills among junior Sailors. Photos By MC3 Timothy Daughton
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3RD ANNUAL KAYAXPEDITION The Lock Mess Monster 6-Mile Race and 2-Mile Fun Paddle hits the water June 21 at 9 a.m. at Great Bridge Lock Park, 100 Lock Road, Chesapeake. Participants must pro-
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vide their own kayak, canoe, SUP, surf ski or other human-powered boat. Register online at www.KayaXpedition.com; $25/person pre-registration, $30/person race day.A portion of the proceeds benefits the local chapter of Team River Runners, a non-profit organization, which gives active duty military and veterans an opportunity to find health, healing and new challenges through kayaking and other paddling sports. At this year’s KayaXpedition there’s something for everyone including children ages 6 - 17. New to kayaking? Try the kayak test drive and demo. Kids are half price. Explore a wild river? Try the guided canoe on the Northwest River. Kids are half price. Enjoy an adventurous movie? Go to the REEL Paddling Film Fest. Take a class? Try the quick start classes offered both days.
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Fleet and Family Support Center Oceana is located in building 531. It offers a variety of programs and workshops to assist active duty and their families. Registration is required for most programs. Call FFSC at 433-2912 for more information or registration, unless otherwise noted or register online at www.cnic.navy.mil/navylifema.
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This workshop explores what it means to discipline children and the ways it can be accomplished most effectively. It includes strategies for encouraging children to behave appropriately, communicating in ways that really work, and increasing cooperation. Participants discuss attention-seeking behaviors and how parents can best respond to them.Additional topics include child development, temperament, expecting and giving respect, and the impact that a military lifestyle has on children.
SAPR COMMAND LIAISON TRAINING JUNE 24, 8 A.M. TO 4 P.M. The SAPR command liaison works for the commander on behalf of a victim in a sexual assault case. Command liaisons are appointed to speciďŹ c sexual assault cases and serve as the victim’s contact with command leadership. Command liaisons are responsible for keeping victims apprised of developments in their cases and work closely with command leadership to ensure that victim needs are being met.The command liaison can also represent their command at the Sexual Assault Case Management Group meeting.
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Saturday, June 21 1 p.m. - The Amazing Spiderman 2 (PG13, 142 min.) ** Free sneak preview ** 6 p.m. -Transformers 4 (PG-13, 120 min.) Doors open at 5 p.m.
Sunday, June 22 1 p.m. - Maleficent (PG, 97 min.) 4 p.m. - Million Dollar Arm (PG, 124 min.) 7 p.m. - Godzilla 3D (PG-13, 123 min.) 875 D Ave., building 531 | 433-2391 | NAS Oceana Aerotheater has new summer hours. Schedule is subject to change, call ahead for details. Cash or credit accepted for concessions and admission. Doors open approximately one hour before show times. Children ages two and younger are admitted free. Patrons 17 years of age or younger must be accompanied by a paying adult to attend all R-rated movies.
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Smartphone users scan here for more incentive information. Go to gettag.mobi to download the free application. *HOW TO QUALIFY: 1.BE IN CURRENT ACTIVE DUTY STATUS IN THE U.S. MILITARY (NAVY, ARMY, AIR FORCE, MARINES, NATIONAL GUARD, COAST GUARD AND ACTIVE RESERVE) OR A U.S. MILITARY INACTIVE RESERVE (I.E., READY RESERVE) THAT IS PART OF THE INDIVIDUAL READY RESERVE, SELECTED RESERVE AND INACTIVE NATIONAL GUARD. RETIRED MILITARY PERSONNEL ARE NOT ELIGIBLE EXCEPT FOR RETIREES OR VETERANS HONORABLY DISCHARGED WITHIN ONE YEAR OF SERVICE AND HOUSEHOLD MEMBERS OF ELIGIBLE QUALIFYING MILITARY PERSONNEL. 2.PROVIDE VERIFIABLE PROOF OF MILITARY STATUS OR ACTIVE SERVICE AT THE TIME OF PURCHASE: LEAVE AND EARNING STATEMENT OR MILITARY IDENTIFICATION CARD. 3.RECEIVE A SALARY SUFFICIENT TO COVER ORDINARY LIVING EXPENSES AND PAYMENTS FOR YOUR TOYOTA. 4.RECEIVE CREDIT APPROVAL THROUGH A TOYOTA DEALER AND TOYOTA FINANCIAL SERVICES. INCENTIVE OFFERED BY TOYOTA MOTOR SALES, U.S.A., INC. ON LEASE CONTRACTS INCENTIVE MUST BE APPLIED TOWARD THE AMOUNT DUE AT LEASE SIGNING OR TOWARD THE CAPITALIZED COST REDUCTION. ON FINANCE CONTRACTS, INCENTIVE MUST BE APPLIED TOWARD THE DOWN PAYMENT. ONE INCENTIVE PER FINANCE OR LEASE TRANSACTION. NOT COMPATIBLE WITH THE TOYOTA COLLEGE GRADUATE INCENTIVE PROGRAM. FINANCE OR LEASE CONTRACT MUST BE DATED BY JANUARY 5, 2015 FOR INCENTIVE OFFER. THE MILITARY INCENTIVE PROGRAM IS SUBJECT TO CHANGE OR TERMINATION AT ANY TIME. OFFERS ON APPROVED CREDIT TO QUALIFIED CUSTOMERS THROUGH A PARTICIPATING TOYOTA DEALERSHIP AND TOYOTA FINANCIAL SERVICES. TERMS, CONDITIONS AND RESTRICTIONS APPLY, INCLUDING A MAXIMUM TERM OF 60 MONTHS ON FINANCE CONTRACTS. PROGRAM IS AVAILABLE AT PARTICIPATING DEALERS IN MARYLAND, VIRGINIA, WEST VIRGINIA, PENNSYLVANIA, AND DELAWARE; AND MAY NOT BE AVAILABLE IN ALL STATES. NOT ALL APPLICANTS WILL QUALIFY. SEE PARTICIPATING DEALER FOR DETAILS. **PURCHASERS CAN RECEIVE $1500 CASH BACK FROM TOYOTA ON CAMRY, CAMRY HYBRID, $500 CASH BACK ON COROLLA, $1500 CASH BACK ON VENZA, $1750 CASH BACK ON PRIUS LIFTBACK, AND UP TO $1000 CASH BACK ON TUNDRA (CASH BACK ON TUNDRA VARIES BY MODEL. SEE DEALER FOR DETAILS.) OR CAN APPLY CASH BACK TO DOWN PAYMENT. ***0% APR FINANCING UP TO 60 MONTHS AVAILABLE TO QUALIFIED BUYERS THRU TOYOTA FINANCIAL SERVICES. TOTAL FINANCED CANNOT EXCEED MSRP PLUS OPTIONS, TAX AND LICENSE FEES. 60 MONTHLY PAYMENTS OF $16.67 (CAMRY, VENZA AND PRIUS), OR 36 MONTHLY PAYMENTS OF $27.78 (RAV4 AND TUNDRA), FOR EACH $1000 BORROWED AT 0%. NOT ALL BUYERS WILL QUALIFY. SEE DEALER FOR DETAILS. †FINANCE INCENTIVE FROM TOYOTA IN ADDITION TO 0% APR FINANCING IF VEHICLE IS PURCHASED AND FINANCED THROUGH TOYOTA FINANCIAL SERVICES. ON FINANCE CONTRACTS, INCENTIVE WILL BE APPLIED TO THE DOWN PAYMENT. ONE INCENTIVE PER FINANCE TRANSACTION. FINANCE INCENTIVE IS AVAILABLE ON APPROVED CREDIT TO QUALIFIED CUSTOMERS THROUGH TOYOTA FINANCIAL SERVICES. SEE DEALER FOR DETAILS. ††ALL LEASE OFFERS: CUSTOMER IS RESPONSIBLE FOR EXCESSIVE WEAR AND EXCESS MILEAGE CHARGES OF $.15 PER MILE IN EXCESS OF 24,000 MILES. YOUR PAYMENT MAY VARY BASED ON DEALER PARTICIPATION AND FINAL NEGOTIATED PRICE. NOT ALL CUSTOMERS WILL QUALIFY. TAX, REGISTRATION, INSURANCE, AND DEALER FEES ARE EXTRA. COROLLA DUE AT SIGNING INCLUDES $1840 DOWN FIRST $159 PAYMENT, AND NO SECURITY DEPOSIT. 2014 COROLLA LE 4 CYLINDER AUTOMATIC MODEL 1852, MSRP $19,110. RAV4 DUE AT SIGNING INCLUDES $2,010 DOWN, FIRST $189 PAYMENT, AND NO SECURITY DEPOSIT. 2014 RAV4 2WD 4 CYLINDER AUTOMATIC MODEL 4430, MSRP $24,650. †††TOYOTACARE COVERS NORMAL FACTORY SCHEDULED SERVICE. PLAN IS 2 YEARS OR 25K MILES, WHICHEVER COMES FIRST. THE NEW VEHICLE CANNOT BE PART OF A RENTAL OR COMMERCIAL FLEET, OR A LIVERY/TAXI VEHICLE. SEE PARTICIPATING TOYOTA DEALER FOR PLAN DETAILS. VALID ONLY IN THE CONTINENTAL U.S. AND ALASKA. ROADSIDE ASSISTANCE DOES NOT INCLUDE PARTS AND FLUIDS. OFFERS DO NOT INCLUDE DEALER FEES. OFFERS END 7/7/14.